McDonald's Australia Franchise Opportunity
Australia's largest quick-service restaurant chain, opened its first store in Yagoona, Sydney in 1971. Operates a mix of company and franchised restaurants nationwide.
captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
How much does a McDonald's Australia franchise cost?
Source: Franchisor-published (web): franchiseinsights.com.au · verified July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown
Fees vs the market
| Fee | McDonald's Australia | Category median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty (% gross sales) | 5.0% | 7.0% | below median |
| Marketing levy (% gross sales) | 4.0% | 4.0% | at median |
Medians from the Quick-Service Food Fee Index. See methodology.
Network & venues
Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007468) · captured 2026-08-19.
Investment & payments
| Establishment cost (all-in setup) | $220,000 – $3,370,000 |
| Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual) | $50,000 – $4,200,001 |
| Other payments (annual) | $700,000 – $8,300,000 |
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007468) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.
Franchise agreement
Standard agreement term 5 or more years
Option to renew No
Restraint of trade after exit Yes
Goodwill compensation on exit No
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007468) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor disclosures
McDonald's Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007468) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor details
Website mcdonalds.com.au
Phone 02 9875 6666
Email franchising@au.mcd.com
Registered office 21-29 Central Avenue, Thornleigh NSW 2120
View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007468) · captured 2026-08-19.
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
Available territories
| State | Region | Status | As at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Metro | New South Wales | waitlist | July 2026 |
| Melbourne Metro | Victoria | recruiting | July 2026 |
| Brisbane | Queensland | recruiting | July 2026 |
| Perth | Western Australia | recruiting | July 2026 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a McDonald's Australia franchise cost?
A McDonald's Australia franchise requires a total investment of $1,500,000–$2,600,000 all-in, including a $45,000 initial fee (Franchisor-published (web): franchiseinsights.com.au).
What are McDonald's Australia's ongoing fees?
McDonald's Australia charges a 5% royalty and a 4% marketing levy.
Is McDonald's Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?
Based on FranchiseScope's research, McDonald's Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.
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